Since coming to America's attention with his stints on The Daily Show, this fast talking brit has managed to create a home for himself and his hilarious political satire on this side of the pond. Now the esteemed host of HBO's Last Week Tonight, Oliver is sharp, uncompromising and always totally catchable as he digests difficult topics (from the death penalty to the Fifa World Cup) with doses of his unique comedy styling.

"Behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all people!" Join your city's orchestra for the good tidings of the beloved classic, Handel's Messiah, performed live. Undoubtedly one of the most fantastic and epic experiences of the Holiday season, it's impressive for all audiences, be it your first or fifth time!

This spring, the fantastical nineties movie Matilda is on the way to Washington, and will be joined by some very special guests! Director and star Danny Devito will host and narrate the night, with the movie's composer David Newman leading the orchestra through his wondrous score. A perfect evening for the whole family that you won't want to miss.

From amazing child prodigy to breathtaking virtuoso, Joshua Bell has performed with every major orchestra worldwide. He came to national attention at the age of 14 in a highly acclaimed orchestral debut with Riccardo Muti and the Philadelphia Orchestra. A Carnegie Hall debut, the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, and a recording contract further confirmed his presence in the music world.

Much loved pop megahit-maker Sara Bareilles joins the National Symphony Orchestra for a series of shows celebrating her glittering career at the Kennedy Center! First becoming widely known for her breakout hit "Love Song" in 2007, the singer, songwriter and actor has two Grammys under her belt, plus a host more nominations including for "Album of the Year" for 2013's "The Blessed Unrest".

Unafraid of pushing boundaries by melding classical arrangements with haunting, often eerie electronic soundscapes and rock instrumentation, prolific neo-classical composer Max Richter has written a myriad celebrated works for stage, screen, ballet, opera and installation art. The in-demand music maker hits the road this year after announcing his upcoming album, In A Landscape,'. Fans eagerly anticipating Richter's ninth studio album can look forward to its release on September 6 via Decca.